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Ozark Rotary Club recently donated $8,000 to Ozark School District programs. Care to Learn Ozark, which helps meet the immediate needs of students in the areas of health, hunger, and hygiene, received $4,000, while Finley River School, which provides alternative education, also received $4,000.

If your child attends Ozark West Elementary, you may have heard them talk about Tiger Tickets, the Golden Tray, Paws-itive Principal Referrals or even a Surprise Attendance Day. That’s because these are all part of West’s PBIS system. 

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

Ozark School District is proud to continue its partnership in the Success Ready Students Network and present our first alternative annual performance report, which is allowing the District to pioneer more student success.

Ozark KITES students are always hard at work, but these last few weeks, they’ve been working a little extra as they wrap up their projects for the Ozark KITES Department Showcase Dec. 12. 

There is a new student walking the halls at West Elementary. But he’s a little different — he’s furry, walks on four legs and loves a good belly rub. His name is Friday, and he is an American Kennel Club certified therapy dog. 

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

We’ve all heard of the Heimlich maneuver, but have you ever had to actually use it? On Oct. 11, Giselle Gonzalez, a childcare teacher at Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center, had to put her training into action, and it’s something the Eoff family is eternally grateful for.

Can you believe we're already wrapping up the first quarter? Time really flies! That means it's almost time for parent-teacher conferences across Tiger Paw, our elementary schools, OMS, OJH, FRS and OHS. Keep an eye on your inbox—you should be getting an email from your child's teacher soon to set up a time.

Just one month after Ozark’s Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center received $100,000 in grants allowing the addition of two preschool classrooms, Tiger Paw received another grant allowing families to save money. This new grant, valued up to $780,000, will pay tuition for students who will enter kindergarten in the 2025-26 school year.

Ozark School District held its Fourth Annual OZcar Awards ceremony Aug. 13, kicking off the 2024-25 school year with a districtwide meeting. Five district winners received awards.

Ozark School District’s Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center is adding two preschool classrooms this school year, thanks to two $50,000 Preschool Start-Up Grants through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. 

If your child attends Ozark West Elementary, you may have heard them talk about Tiger Tickets, the Golden Tray, Paws-itive Principal Referrals or even a Surprise Attendance Day. That’s because these are all part of West’s PBIS system. 

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

Ozark KITES students are always hard at work, but these last few weeks, they’ve been working a little extra as they wrap up their projects for the Ozark KITES Department Showcase Dec. 12. 

There is a new student walking the halls at West Elementary. But he’s a little different — he’s furry, walks on four legs and loves a good belly rub. His name is Friday, and he is an American Kennel Club certified therapy dog. 

Congratulations to West Elementary Music Teacher Salley Doherty for being selected as the 2024 McDonald’s Outstanding Educator. She was chosen out of hundreds of nominations from 126 McDonald’s restaurants.

Students had a great time celebrating and honoring our veterans across the District for Veterans Day. Thank you to everyone who took time out of their day to attend one (or many) of our assemblies or even read a book and talk to students about what it means to be a veteran. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who has served. 

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

Ozark KITES students are always hard at work, but these last few weeks, they’ve been working a little extra as they wrap up their projects for the Ozark KITES Department Showcase Dec. 12. 

Students had a great time celebrating and honoring our veterans across the District for Veterans Day. Thank you to everyone who took time out of their day to attend one (or many) of our assemblies or even read a book and talk to students about what it means to be a veteran. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who has served. 

The Math Mentor Squad is comprised of OMS sixth grade math teachers Emily Burns and Josiah Johnson who make fun, engaging math videos for students. Since debuting the videos in the 2023-24 school year, they have not only seen more students engaged in class, but they've noticed students having more confidence.

Can you believe we're already wrapping up the first quarter? Time really flies! That means it's almost time for parent-teacher conferences across Tiger Paw, our elementary schools, OMS, OJH, FRS and OHS. Keep an eye on your inbox—you should be getting an email from your child's teacher soon to set up a time.

Sept. 11, 2024, marked 23 years since the terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. Students across the District did various activities in honor and remembrance of Patriot Day.

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

Ozark KITES students are always hard at work, but these last few weeks, they’ve been working a little extra as they wrap up their projects for the Ozark KITES Department Showcase Dec. 12. 

Can you believe we're already wrapping up the first quarter? Time really flies! That means it's almost time for parent-teacher conferences across Tiger Paw, our elementary schools, OMS, OJH, FRS and OHS. Keep an eye on your inbox—you should be getting an email from your child's teacher soon to set up a time.

Ozark Junior High School hosted its second annual Team Day on Sept. 20, an event designed to foster teamwork, school spirit and a sense of belonging among students. The day focused on bringing students together to learn the importance of collaboration in a fun and engaging way, while also helping them bond with their teams.

Ozark School District held its Fourth Annual OZcar Awards ceremony Aug. 13, kicking off the 2024-25 school year with a districtwide meeting. Five district winners received awards.

In case Ozark School District needs to cancel school, use late start procedures or early release procedures due to inclement weather, we want you to be informed of the process. Student and faculty safety is the primary concern in making the call for cancelation versus late start or early release.

Ozark High School art students, led by art teacher Ashleigh Hawkins, have been busy spreading holiday cheer all over the Ozark Square and OIC! Their vibrant and festive window paintings have turned the area into a magical winter wonderland, bringing smiles and holiday spirit to the whole community.

Students had a great time celebrating and honoring our veterans across the District for Veterans Day. Thank you to everyone who took time out of their day to attend one (or many) of our assemblies or even read a book and talk to students about what it means to be a veteran. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who has served. 

Finley River School, an extension of Ozark High School, recently received a generous $1,000 donation from YIPOA (Youth In Pursuit of Awakening), a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to outdoor adventure and community in Ozark. Located on a 40-acre property with Onewheel tracks and trails, YIPOA serves as a destination where Finley River students have celebrated their achievements through outdoor experiences.

Students in Mrs. Russo's Cybersecurity class recently stepped into the role of IT directors for a marketing company. Their mission? Investigate a new employee's desk to ensure proper "personal security" practices were being followed.

In Civil Engineering and Architecture class, students like Brooklyn Hylton are bringing their favorite architectural styles to life. Using creative, found materials, they researched, designed, and built 3D models that highlight key features of their chosen style. 

Ozark High School art students, led by art teacher Ashleigh Hawkins, have been busy spreading holiday cheer all over the Ozark Square and OIC! Their vibrant and festive window paintings have turned the area into a magical winter wonderland, bringing smiles and holiday spirit to the whole community.

Students in Mrs. Russo's Cybersecurity class recently stepped into the role of IT directors for a marketing company. Their mission? Investigate a new employee's desk to ensure proper "personal security" practices were being followed.

In Civil Engineering and Architecture class, students like Brooklyn Hylton are bringing their favorite architectural styles to life. Using creative, found materials, they researched, designed, and built 3D models that highlight key features of their chosen style. 

Meet Robi: a fun and adorable soda can robot built with the help of Mr. Carlton’s robotics students. Students not only showed off their building skills but also shared insights into the growing robotics industry. Now, Robi proudly sits on Mr. Kirby's desk, a symbol of hard work, teamwork, and awesome behavior. 

Coach Floyd and Ms. Davidson's Academy Explorations students took their learning outside, diving into the Natural Resources pathway! Using the SEEK app, students identified various plant and animal species, embracing nature as their classroom. 

ProStart students in the Culinary pathway sharpened their skills today with a hands-on lesson in knife techniques. From precision cuts to proper safety, these future chefs are mastering the basics that will serve them in the kitchen and beyond.

A new chapter for Ozark High School student activities began on Aug. 22, 2024, as the Ozark community, along with state and local representatives, school and District staff, OHS band students, cheerleaders, and JROTC cadets, gathered to cut the ribbon for the OHS storm shelter/gym and the new indoor activities center.

Ozark School District is excited to celebrate the completion of our latest 2022 bond project with the official Ribbon Cutting for the new indoor activity center and storm shelter/gym at Ozark High School on Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m.
 

Spring of 2024 has already proven the need for Ozark School District to have a storm shelter at every building. And, as of May 21, Ozark is one step closer with the official Ribbon Cutting for the storm shelter at Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center. 

You're invited to join Ozark School District for the official Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the opening of the Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center storm shelter and new cafeteria. Ozark voters approved the $19 million no-tax-increase bond issue on the April 5, 2022, ballot.

Ozark Middle School was filled with laughter, joy and singing on March 8, 2024 as the Ozark community, state and local representatives, school and District staff and OMS choir students gathered to cut the official ribbon for the OMS storm shelter, classrooms, offices and new entrance. 

You're invited to join Ozark School District for the official Ribbon Cutting celebrating the opening of the Ozark Middle School storm shelter and new entrance. Ozark voters approved the $19 million no-tax-increase bond issue on the April 5, 2022, ballot.